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Putting on a fashion show is no easy feat, but UC Berkeley’s student-run Fashion and Student Trends, or FAST, has pulled it off semester after semester since 2005. From the selection of the theme to the evolution of the designs, FAST’s leaders make choices every semester about how to bestRead More…

Most professors are out of touch. It’s not their fault, of course. When you’re a professor at UC Berkeley, making groundbreaking advances in your field, it can be difficult to focus on what the kids are up to these days. Fear not! If you’re a professor aiming to connect withRead More…

Raise your hand if you’ve ever been personally victimized by the confusion of whether or not to wear your rain boots. We at the Clog have most definitely been through this roller coaster ride. Understanding weather can be confusing — it’s hard to predict just when you’ll need your rainRead More…

Berkeley is a fairly accepting place. There’s not much that a person could wear that would really spark outrage or be classified as a faux pas – we’re the unofficial home of the Birkenstock, after all. That being said, the fashionistas at the Clog have compiled a short list ofRead More…

Thanksgiving is a marvelous time of the year. Not only do you have a great opportunity to spend time with your family, but you also have the chance to make a fall fashion statement. On top of this, there are few days of the year specifically centered around the act of eating,Read More…

We know what you’re all thinking: Whenever you ever so kindly click on the Clog, a small part of you is slightly disappointed by the lack of actual clogs on our page. Don’t worry devoted readers, your prayers have been answered, and we at the Clog have composed a clogRead More…

The homecoming game is an exciting part of the fall semester here at UC Berkeley. Parents, alumni and fans from all over are here to cheer on our Bears, and nothing feels better. For some of you freshmen, you may not know what to expect from homecoming in college. WellRead More…